I loved this book - 5 stars from me!

Feel good, heartwarming, delightful tale. Kate - divorced, her girls away - always wanted to be an artist but put aside her dreams to bring up her girls. Brady - separated from his wife - retired English teacher who always wanted to write. Notices posted in their local cafe lead them to a new group where they can reclaim their creative streak and find friendship.

An eclectic mix of characters are brought together. The book explores their back stories and current situations. Allowing their creativity out gives them all new options.

One to be recommended.

Adore Sally Page’s novels and this did not disappoint. A great mix of different characters and their own tales brought together in this gorgeous read

This is a beautiful read. Friendship, life and love in one absolutely joyous book.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC in return for my honest and unbiased opinion.

A gorgeous, heartwarming novel. The author creates the most wonderful characters, I really couldn't pick a favourite - to me they were all main characters each with a special part to play. There is humour, romance and art.
The novel follows a group of people who join an art/creative class with the aim of entering their exhibit for a competition.. They gradually form a bond and what develops are true friendships.
A wonderful book. I highly recommend.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC.

I absolutely adored this book! It’s such a feel-good, heartwarming story that left me smiling long after I finished it. The novel follows Kate, a divorced mom whose daughters have flown the nest, and Brady, a retired English teacher who’s separated from his wife. Both have put their dreams on hold Kate wanted to be an artist, and Brady always dreamed of writing. When they stumble upon a poster in their local café inviting people to join a creative group, they take the leap, and what unfolds is a beautiful journey of self-discovery, friendship, and reclaiming lost dreams.

The group that forms is an eclectic mix of characters, each with their own unique backstory and struggles. At first, I’ll admit, I found it a bit challenging to keep track of everyone (I’m the kind of reader who needs a character chart sometimes!), but as the story progressed, I grew to love each of them. The author does an amazing job of weaving their individual stories together, making them feel real and relatable. By the end, I felt like I knew them personally I even saw bits of my own friends in some of the characters!

One of the things I loved most was the exploration of creativity. The book made me think deeply about what it means to be creative and how it manifests in different ways. For example, one character has synesthesia and sees people as colors, which was such a fascinating and unique touch. His love interest appears as a silver aura, but only when he touches her how adorable is that? It’s little details like this that made the story so special.

What really stood out to me was how the characters grew and supported each other. Their interactions felt genuine, and I found myself rooting for every single one of them. There’s a particularly brilliant scene during a disciplinary meeting where the group comes together to defend one of their own—it was so well-written and satisfying to read!

The ending was quirky, fun, and just perfect. It left me feeling uplifted and inspired, and I couldn’t help but think about how creativity and friendship can truly transform lives. This book is a celebration of second chances, self-worth, and the joy of pursuing your passions, no matter your age or circumstances.

If you’re looking for a delightful, thought-provoking read with a cast of lovable characters, this is it. I’d highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys stories about community, creativity, and the little things that make life beautiful.

5/5 stars—this one’s a keeper!